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This study quantitatively discusses the relationship among venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and crowdfunders. It … considers the effectiveness of venture capital on the performance of crowdfunding campaigns started by entrepreneurs …, thereby elevating crowdfunding performance. This study can help venture capital-backed entrepreneurs planning to launch …
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The Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act of 2012 in the U.S. expanded the capital markets so that entrepreneurs …
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gathered from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) surveys, the paper argues that despite the favorable environment …
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This paper analyses the Determinants of Venture Capital Staging and Syndication in Switzerland. I find that among the different affiliations of VC investors in Switzerland especially independent investors make more extensive use of staged capital infusions. Moreover, the results suggest that...
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This study provides insights into the criteria applied by entrepreneurs in selecting venture capital investors …. Building upon interviews with entrepreneurs, we outline a framework that categorizes the decision-making process into three …, and the personal connection between investors and entrepreneurs, as pivotal in guiding entrepreneurs" choices for the …
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Innovative Start-ups sind aus mehreren Gründen durch ein hohes Risiko gekennzeichnet. Venture Capital (VC) ermöglicht es Start-ups, ihre Ideen zu Innovationen zu entwickeln und senkt das Risiko des Scheiterns. Diese Form der Finanzierung ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil im globalen Wettbewerb....
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This paper applies the pitch template developed by Faff (2017) for an academic research topic in venture capital finance, with a focus on government fundraising in Central and Eastern European countries. The template summarizes the key elements forming the structure of any research proposal....
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This study considers the impact of venture capitalists' industry specialization on cross-border investment decisions. The article argues that specialized venture capitalists' liability of foreignness is lower in specific international markets as assessments of the market and the behaviour of...
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Startups typically have no positive cash flow, little collateral to offer, and high bankruptcy rates. As a result, they seem to be poor loan candidates. However, venture loans as hybrid form financing that include a loan and a warrant are used in practice. We focus on this distinct form of...
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startups with mature products and an initial proof of financial performance. The entrepreneurs' industry experience and the …
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